It’s been colder, wet and windy, and I don’t get out to walk every day. I run a full time business and sometimes I have to go to morning meetings, or have a client visit. And if I don’t get out to walk in the morning it’s highly unlikely I’ll find time later in the…
Author: Kathie Thomas
Chicken shots
Many of you would know that my husband and I shifted to the Dandenong Ranges nearly 4 years ago. From suburbia to a hills community and a 2 acre property. Bliss! Yes, it’s more work looking after a larger property but the gardens were quite well established and nothing had to be done to the…
The Butterfly Garden
Anyone who knows me personally knows that when I’m enthused about something I tend to put my all into it and get excited about my latest project. And so this one is no different. I was watching Gardening Australia on Ch2 last Saturday night and one of the segments was about a lady who is…
Birds in Motion
In the photography forums we talk about getting BIF images – Birds in Flight. It’s a challenge to all those who enjoy ‘birding’ (bird photography) and I certainly fit into that category. It is one of the most challenging but satisfying goals I know. Below are recent images taken at Birdsland Reserve over the past…
Winter Visit to Cloudehill Gardens 5
I’d be most remiss if I didn’t mention the sculptures there on display. There are quite a few, plus other ornaments. It really does add to the gardens.